Vaccine News Younger Minnesotans can now receive protection from COVID-19, following an extensive clinical trial and final recommendations from Center for Disease Control for the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine for children aged 5-11. The state has launched a new webpage to help parents and caretakers find vaccines and answer questions about the vaccine. The state has mobilized a diverse network of providers – hospitals, clinics, local public health, Tribal health agencies, pharmacies, school located clinics and state-run community clinics – to administer vaccines to our children as quickly as possible.  Minnesotans looking to vaccinate their child can: - Visit mn.gov/vaxforkids to find clinic locations near you.
- Check with?their pediatrician, family medicine clinic or pharmacy about?appointments.
- Watch for vaccination clinics being offered at schools or other community locations.
Before you go, make sure the vaccine location provides the Pfizer vaccine for children aged 5-11. Not all Pfizer vaccine providers will have the vials specifically packaged for that age group. REMINDER: Booster Shots Available for those 12 and Older Available According to Centers for Disease Control and Prevention guidance, Minnesotans who got the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine can now get a booster at least six months after their initial series if they are 65 years and older, age 18 and older and live in long-term care settings, age 18 and older and have underlying medical conditions; or are age 18 and older and work or live in high-risk settings. Anyone aged 18 and older who received the Johnson & Johnson vaccine are recommended to get a booster shot at least 2 months after their initial vaccine. You can also 'mix and match' COVID-19 vaccine. To find a vaccine near you, use the state’s Vaccine Locator Map, contact your primary health care provider or a local pharmacy, walk in to one of Minnesota’s COVID-19 Community Vaccination sites or call the Minnesota Department of Health COVID-19 Public Hotline at 1-833-431-2053 Mon.-Fri., 9 a.m. – 7 p.m. and Sat., 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Apply for State Boards, Councils, and Commissions Serving on a state board, council, or commission is a great way to contribute your expertise to Minnesota. These groups are responsible for advising the Governor and the Legislature, overseeing professional licensing, and protecting our environment. Many are accepting applications right now and you can find a list of current openings on the Minnesota Secretary of State’s website. __________ Staying Connected I welcome your questions and comments anytime. You can call me at (651) 296-3824 or send an email to rep.alice.hausman@house.mn. Thank you for the privilege of representing you in the legislature. Sincerely, Alice |